Lent Devotion | Day 17
The “weeping prophet” Jeremiah reminds us of God’s faithfulness to his people. Even in the midst of brokenness, exile, and disbelief God promises future restoration and blessing.
Every day we have the opportunity to “seek” God by trusting in his promises. The covenant he upholds gives us confident hope in the future and a firm foundation in our daily lives. Lent affords us a glimpse into this confident hope as we reflect on the ultimate promise God fulfilled. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection we know that God delights in his people and desires good for those who place their trust in him.
Jeremiah also teaches us that the Lord is good to those whose HOPE is in him. This reminds us that life will not always go as planned, but hope is our anchor. In the same breath, the God of Jeremiah is the same God who restores us, who offers us hope that no one or no thing can give us.
Like the exiled Israelites, let us remember the extravagant hope and faithful promises God fulfills to those who seek him.
